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Sudbury station goods yard, forming part of original terminal station, in right background
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Sudbury station goods yard, forming part of original terminal station, in right background
Sudbury station goods yard, forming part of original terminal station, in right background, passenger station on sharp curve beyond footbridge carrying public footpath over running lines. Lime works siding in right foreground, with three Allen and Boggis lime wagons in loop
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© National Railway Museum / Science & Society Picture Libr
1911 Imagination Works Locomotive National Railway Museum Railway Sep13 Sep13 12 Signal Box Station Steam Locomotive Tracks Train Transport Goods Yard
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This print from 1911 showcases the historical Sudbury station goods yard, which played a significant role as part of the original terminal station. In the right background, you can see this bustling goods yard in action, with various trains and locomotives busy at work. The passenger station is visible on a sharp curve beyond a footbridge that carries a public footpath over the running lines. The foreground of the image features an intriguing lime works siding, adding to the industrial atmosphere of this railway hub. Three Allen and Boggis lime wagons are neatly arranged in a loop within this section. It's fascinating to witness how transport and trade were intricately connected during this era. The sepia-toned photograph exudes nostalgia for steam locomotives and signals an important chapter in our transportation history. Preserved by the National Railway Museum (NRM), it serves as a reminder of how railways transformed societies worldwide. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but imagine ourselves standing amidst all these elements – hearing the rhythmic chugging of engines, feeling vibrations underfoot, and inhaling scents unique to such places. This print offers us an opportunity to connect with our past while appreciating how far we've come in terms of modern transportation systems.
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